Answer: footings

AnswerCrossword Clue
FOOTINGSSupports.
footingsThe basis on which something is established or operates
footingsThe bottommost part of a foundation wall, with a course of concrete wider than the base of the wall
footingsA secure grip with one's feet
footingsThe position or status of a person in relation to others
footingsThe condition of a piece of ground for walking or running
footingsFOOTING, a foundation